Piaggio Liberty 125
MotorcycleFrom 1,952 MOT tests. Above average for its class.
Common MOT failure categories
Pass rate by registration year
What goes wrong?
The most common MOT failure reasons are tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm, stop lamp missing and inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning. The top issue, tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, caused 56 failures in 2024. Checking tread depth (1.6mm legal minimum, 3mm recommended) before your test can save an unnecessary fail. You can check prices at Black Circles if you need replacements. If you need repairs before retesting, sites like BookMyGarage let you compare local prices.
| tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements | 56 |
| brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm | 30 |
| stop lamp missing, inoperative or in the case of a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning | 29 |
| a headlamp missing, inoperative or more than ½ not functioning in the case of led | 28 |
| a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps | 27 |
| the aim of a headlamp is not within limits laid down in the requirements | 22 |
| brake efficiency below minimum requirement | 20 |
| a stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released | 20 |
| a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely | 17 |
| brake control has insufficient reserve travel | 16 |
How serious are these failures?
Not all MOT failures are equal. Only 11.3% of Liberty 125 failures are serious (safety or roadside), below the 44.4% average. When this car fails its MOT, it's more likely to be lights, wipers, or emissions than something dangerous. When it does fail, the average repair bill is around £52.
By registration year
| Year | Pass rate | Top failures |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 81.8% | a rear registration plate lamp or light source missing or inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps, brake efficiency below minimum requirement |
| 2019 | 80.6% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm |
| 2018 | 85% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, brake control has insufficient reserve travel |
| 2017 | 74.9% | tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, a shock absorber not functioning or leaking severely |
Typical mileage
Half of all Liberty 125s tested had between 12,815 and 41,870 miles on the clock. Relatively low mileage overall. Many are still fairly young.
At 25,482 median miles, the Liberty 125 has 0.078 failures per 10,000 miles driven.
Other Piaggio models
| Piaggio Vespa | 88.4% |
| Piaggio Zip | 77% |
| Piaggio Mp3 | 88.5% |
| Piaggio Px 125 (Vespa) | 88.3% |
Common questions
What is the Piaggio Liberty 125 MOT pass rate?
The Piaggio Liberty 125 has a 80.1% MOT pass rate based on 1,952 real MOT tests. This is above the national average.
What are common MOT failures on a Piaggio Liberty 125?
The most common MOT failure on the Piaggio Liberty 125 is tyre tread depth not in accordance with the requirements, which caused 56 failures. Other common issues include brake lining or pad worn below 1.0mm.
What is the typical mileage of a Piaggio Liberty 125 at MOT?
The median mileage at MOT for a Piaggio Liberty 125 is 25,482 miles. The middle 50% of vehicles tested have between 12,815 and 41,870 miles.
MOT data from DVSA anonymised test results, 2024 test year. Fleet data from DfT vehicle licensing statistics. Crown copyright, OGL v3.0. MOT pass rates are statistical summaries of test outcomes, not assessments of individual vehicle safety or condition. Always inspect a vehicle and check its full MOT history before purchasing. See terms of use.